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1. How digital wallets could simplify life in Cyprus

All modern states are required to develop their digital tools to better serve their citizens quickly and efficiently. ...

2. Limassol resident loses €30,000 in cryptocurrency scam

A 54-year-old resident of Limassol reported to the police yesterday that he was scammed out of €30,000 by an online scammer posing as a cryptocurrency investment advisor....

3. Limassol man duped out of €30,000 in cryptocurrency scam

4. 70% of Cypriots and Greeks choose card payments over cash

We are moving ever closer to abolishing cash for consumers and businesses....

5. Ice cream prices melt wallets by 8.07% more

As temperatures rise, so do the prices of summer essentials in Cyprus, with ice creams, package holidays, and hotel stays seeing noticeable hikes compared to last month, according to data released by the Cyprus Consumers Association....

6. Most affordable unleaded 95 prices found in Nicosia

Fuel prices have recently experienced a slight decrease, offering relief to consumers who have been grappling with consecutive price hikes, straining their wallets....

7. Healthier ready-to-eat meals could slash EU emissions by 48m tonnes

Healthier ready-to-eat meals could cut EU emissions by 48m tonnes annually and save customers €2.8bn (£2.4bn) each year, as well as reducing disease, a report has found....

8. Cyprus cracks down on smoking in cars

In Cyprus, lighting up a cigarette in your car could cost you a hefty sum if kids are riding along. It's one of those lesser-known traffic violations that could hit your wallet hard - a whopping 300 euros!...

9. Poker twist in ongoing armed robbery probe

Police authorities are intensifying their investigations into the gangster robbery that unfolded on Wednesday night in Agios Georgios Alamanos, Limassol....

10. Photos reveal location of daring armed robbery near Limassol

Authorities are intensively investigating a daring armed robbery that unfolded on Wednesday night (28/02) during a private party held for Russians in the Agios Georgios Alamanos area....

11. Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Gunmen stormed a private establishment in Limassol, Cyprus, resembling scenes from a movie, according to police reports Wednesday night....

12. European Parliament honors Navalny amidst food inflation

The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......

13. Nicosia senior swindled of €480,000 in cryptocurrency scam

In a disturbing turn of events, a 73-year-old resident of Nicosia has fallen prey to a sophisticated internet fraud scheme, resulting in a substantial loss of over €480,000 in a cryptocurrency scam....

14. Is dining out turning luxurious?

It's no secret that our favorite cafes and fast-food joints are becoming increasingly expensive, leaving a bitter taste in the mouths of consumers. The recent surge in prices, fueled by the relentless march of inflation, is reshaping our spending habits and challenging our wallets....

15. Navigating the festive frenzy

The government is grappling with significant challenges in managing and addressing the housing needs of its building stock....

16. Lagarde's stance on cryptos revealed amidst family investment fallout

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde disclosed that her son experienced significant losses while investing in cryptocurrency, as reported by Reuters on November 24. ...

17. Abramovich tied to Putin's 'wallets' in Cyprus scandal

The fallout from the "Cyprus Confidential" probe implicating Cyprus in dealings with Russian oligarchs continues to send shockwaves. Leaked documents obtained by the BBC expose a money trail connecting oligarch Roman Abramovich to individuals referred to as President Vladimir Putin's 'wallets.'...

18. IATA's OneID sees a passport-free future in air travel

Recent strides in digital identity technology are reshaping the landscape of air travel, offering the promise of a streamlined and secure experience without the hassle of passports and boarding passes. ...

19. Piki shares the government's tech-powered 6-year plan

The government is ramping up the execution of a series of projects, bolstering resources and expertise in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy, according to Irene Piki, Deputy Minister to the president....

20. E-kalathi takes on soaring fuel and food prices

The ongoing debate within the House Commerce Committee regarding the Retail Price Recording and Monitoring Bill has become both tiresome and contentious....

21. E-kalathi bill sparks debate in Parliament

During yesterday's session of the Parliamentary Committee on energy and trade, the debate shed light on a crucial aspect of the E-kalathi bill. It became evident that there are lingering disagreements among stakeholders and the majority of MPs on this issue. ...

22. EU Commission's roadmap for seamless social security services

European Commission has proposed concrete steps to further digitalise the coordination of social security systems in Europe, in a dedicated Communication....

23. Taylor Swift's tour spreads goodwill to food banks

Economists told CNN recently that Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is becoming such a massive phenomenon that it’s having demonstrable impacts on the US economy at large, but it’s not only stadium venues, record labels, and ticket vendors benefiting....

24. EU Commission proposes digital euro as cash alternative

Digital currencies have grown in popularity. Unlike bitcoin, the digital euro would be a central bank digital currency (CBDC), essentially, electronic cash. ...

25. Innovative payabl. POS Card Terminals make omnichannel payments simple and easy

Get ready to embrace the future of payments with payabl. - the cutting-edge payments company that's shaking up the industry. In a game-changing move, payabl. has just launched its revolutionary point-of-sale (POS) solution for in-person payments, aimed at transforming the way retailers conduct business. The best part? This is happening right now in Cyprus....

26. 0% VAT rate, the second round

Almost two weeks after the zeroing of the tax rate on seven products (bread, eggs, milk, baby diapers, baby food, feminine hygiene products, and adult diapers), the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Commerce are in discussions regarding the next list of products that will have a low or reduced tax rate....

27. Concerns emerge over Cypriot porn website age verifier

A new law in Louisiana requiring adults who visit porn websites to verify their age is raising privacy concerns, but a Cypriot firm that collects personal information of those users says privacy is maintained throughout the process...

28. Supermarkets bet on their own private labeled products

Consumers are turning to private label and exclusive import products to combat inflationary pressures on consumer goods in supermarkets....

29. Kokkinos pushes for digital skills development

Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Kyriacos Kokkinos discussed digital skills development and the need for experts in cybersecurity during his participation in the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council of the European Union which took place in Brussels on Tuesday....

30. 'FTX-style crypto crash won’t happen in Europe'

The cryptocurrency world is reeling after the collapse of crypto exchange FTX — but EU policymakers are patting themselves on the back....